2002 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 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 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 46 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Dynasty | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Dynasty | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
