2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2002 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 437 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.

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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Trajet 2002 Nissan Altima
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Trajet Altima
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 3505 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 73 L


 

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