2000 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Dynasty | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Dynasty | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
