2001 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45

To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Satellite and 2001 Infiniti Q45 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Infiniti Q45.

Because 2001 Infiniti Q45 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 2001 Infiniti Q45. 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 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Hyundai Satellite 2001 Infiniti Q45
Make Hyundai Infiniti
Model Satellite Q45
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2476 cc 4129 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 378 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2840 mm


 

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