2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina 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 5 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 721 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Trajet | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |