2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Trajet | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
