2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Satellite | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |
