2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Equus | Swift |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
