2005 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Dynasty | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Dynasty | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
