2002 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera 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, 2003 Opel Frontera 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty. 2002 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Hyundai Dynasty | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Dynasty | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |