2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 755 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2001 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
