2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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. 2008 Nissan Armada 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. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 255 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
