1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
