2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 661 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Hyundai Satellite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Satellite |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |