2005 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (246 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Trajet |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |