2001 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 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 32 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 216 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Hyundai Dynasty 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Dynasty Jetta
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 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 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4557 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2578 mm