1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 740 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Satellite | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
