2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X5 | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
