2005 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2012 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 51 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.

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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Dynasty 2012 Ford Fusion
Make Hyundai Ford
Model Dynasty Fusion
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2970 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 337 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1629 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2728 mm


 

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