1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 13 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. Both 1999 Hyundai Dynasty and 2012 Nissan Maxima are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.

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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Hyundai Dynasty 2012 Nissan Maxima
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Dynasty Maxima
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1859 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2776 mm


 

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