2005 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 726 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Dynasty | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Dynasty | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2855 mm |