1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dynasty | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
