2001 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
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2001 Hyundai Trajet | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Trajet | XC90 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |