2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trajet | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
