2001 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Dynasty | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dynasty | Viano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |
