1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 909 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Because 1999 Hyundai Satellite 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 1999 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Satellite | Avella |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2400 mm |
