2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2004 Kia Sportage and 2004 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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2004 Kia Sportage | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sportage | Trajet |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |