1997 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 926 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic. 2005 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
