1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 15 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1060 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
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1998 Hyundai Satellite | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Satellite | G |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |