1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 14 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 850 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 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Hyundai | Bentley |
Model | Satellite | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2746 mm |