2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 937 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo. 2006 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Echo 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 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Echo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
