2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Trajet | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |