2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 109 kg more than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
