2003 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Dynasty and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai Dynasty 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Dynasty X-Trail
Year Released 2003 2003
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 202 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1290 kg
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2810 mm


 

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