2009 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1998 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
