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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 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 719 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 Hyundai Satellite (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Satellite | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2480 mm |