2001 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 1997 Lexus ES
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES.
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, 1997 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Dynasty | 1997 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Dynasty | ES |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
