1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 2007 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | Sunfire | Trajet |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |