2005 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Dynasty (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2005 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Dynasty | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Dynasty | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
