2001 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite.
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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Satellite | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Satellite | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3010 mm |
