2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 551 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Odyssey | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
