1998 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 513 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Trajet |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |