1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Satellite | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
