2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Trajet | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |