2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 5 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. 2006 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trajet | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
