2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 393 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Accord 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Trajet | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |