1990 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 219 kg more than 1990 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 525 | Satellite |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |