1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 202 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Because 1998 Holden Commodore 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 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Commodore | Trajet |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |