2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2870 mm |
