2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 431 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Trajet | 959 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
