1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 14 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 316 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. 2013 Hyundai Equus 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. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Satellite | Equus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3045 mm |
