2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 694 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.

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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (177 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 2006 Hyundai Trajet
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Cavalier Trajet
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 65 L


 

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