2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 577 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Avensis | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
