2001 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 530 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
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2001 Hyundai Trajet | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Trajet | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 15.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2915 mm |