2005 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Trajet | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
