1996 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 656 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Satellite | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Satellite | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
