2003 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Dynasty and 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai Dynasty 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Hyundai Pontiac
Model Dynasty Grand Prix
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 3130 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 264 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 3160 mm


 

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