2000 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 282 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Dynasty | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Dynasty | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2675 mm |
