1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Satellite | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2619 mm |
