2009 Saturn Astra vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra. 1996 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Astra | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Saturn | Hyundai |
Model | Astra | Marcia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |