1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Satellite and 1998 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Satellite | A |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |