1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Satellite | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |
