1999 Hyundai XG vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, both 1999 Hyundai XG and 1999 Hyundai Satellite were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai XG (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Hyundai XG.
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, 1999 Hyundai XG, 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 XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. 1999 Hyundai XG 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. 1999 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai XG | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | XG | Satellite |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |