2004 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Dynasty | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Dynasty | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
