2000 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Dynasty. 2000 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Dynasty | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Dynasty | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |