1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 5 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, 2003 Rover City (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover City should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Rover City.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Satellite | City |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |