2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
