2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Viper | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
