2002 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Dynasty | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Dynasty | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
