2001 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Trajet | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trajet | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
