1999 Ford Tracer vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 916 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer. 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tracer | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
