2005 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Trajet | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |