2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 347 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trajet | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
