2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2005 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TL | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
