2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Satellite | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2616 mm |
