2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 131 kg more than 1998 Volvo V70.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Trajet | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
