2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 836 kg more than 1997 Nissan Almera. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
