2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 522 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1998 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
