2005 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
