2004 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Dynasty and 2004 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Dynasty | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Dynasty | 318 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |