2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 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 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 105 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 992 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 32 L |
