2001 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 409 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2001 Hyundai Satellite (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Satellite | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Satellite | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2712 mm |