2005 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 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 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 16 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Dynasty | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Dynasty | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2789 mm |