1997 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Satellite | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Venza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
