1996 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 16 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 574 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 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
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1996 Hyundai Satellite | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Satellite | 550 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2968 mm |