2001 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 41 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
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 Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Trajet | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Trajet | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |