1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 970 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Satellite | Discovery |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |