2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 486 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2870 mm |
