2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
