2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Trajet | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
