2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Trajet | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
