2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 583 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trajet | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1404 mm |
