2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 276 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.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Trajet | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4956 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
