2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Satellite |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3090 mm |