2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 803 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2005 Hyundai Trajet
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Express Trajet
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L


 

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