1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 280 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Satellite | S5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2751 mm |
