2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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. Both 2004 Hyundai Trajet and 2009 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 2,656 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
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2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Trajet | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |