2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
