2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 687 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
