1997 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Satellite | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Satellite | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
