2005 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Trajet | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |