1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Dynasty | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
