1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora, 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 (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Satellite | Bora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
