2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. 2006 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Trajet | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
