1996 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 5 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 532 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Satellite | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Pod |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
