2001 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Trajet | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trajet | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
