2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. 2006 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
