1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 9 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dynasty | R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2990 mm |
