1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-150 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
