1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 160 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 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Satellite, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Satellite | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
