1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
