2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 654 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trajet | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
