1997 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 10 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 800 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Satellite | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Satellite | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
