1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 9 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, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Satellite | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
