2001 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Because 1998 Kia Potentia 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 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Satellite, 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, 2001 Hyundai Satellite (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Satellite | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Satellite | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
