2004 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Dynasty | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Dynasty | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
