1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2005 Seat Altea

To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Hyundai Dynasty 2005 Seat Altea
Make Hyundai Seat
Model Dynasty Altea
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2590 mm


 

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