2002 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Dynasty | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Dynasty | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
