2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 238 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
