2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 581 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Trajet | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |