2001 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Satellite | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Satellite | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
