2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 4 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari 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 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Trajet | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |