1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1999 Hyundai Satellite and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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, 1999 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Satellite | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2480 mm |