1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, both 1997 Ford F-150 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 665 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 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-150 | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-150 | Satellite |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |