1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 12 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Satellite | DBS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2741 mm |
