Hyundai Equus 2013 vs Chrysler 200 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.8 Petrol | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 334 HP | 294 HP | |
| Torque: | 395 NM | 355 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Hyundai Equus engine produces 40 HP more power than Chrysler 200, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Chrysler 200. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 | 10.2 | |
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The Chrysler 200 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Hyundai Equus consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler 200, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Hyundai Equus could require 105 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 580 km in combined cycle | |
| 960 km on highway | 780 km on highway | ||
| Hyundai Equus gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chrysler 200) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Hyundai Equus) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 440'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Chrysler 200 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Chrysler 200 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Chrysler 200 2015 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Chrysler 200 2015 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.16 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.49 m | |
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Hyundai Equus is larger. Hyundai Equus is 28 cm longer than the Chrysler 200, 2 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 474 litres | 453 litres | |
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Hyundai Equus has more luggage capacity. Hyundai Equus has 21 litres more trunk space than the Chrysler 200. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Hyundai Equus is 0.6 metres less than that of the Chrysler 200, which means Hyundai Equus can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`420 | 2`092 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 10 200 | |
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