2003 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Dynasty | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dynasty | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
