1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Express and 1997 Hyundai Satellite were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 920 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Satellite, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Express | Satellite |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |