2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1979 Renault Siete. 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete. 2006 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1979 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1979 Renault Siete | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Trajet | Siete |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1036 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |