2001 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Satellite | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Satellite | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |