1996 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 279 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Satellite | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Satellite | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
