2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Five Hundred | Trajet |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |