2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 738 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2000 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 2000 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Satellite | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2540 mm |
