2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier. 2005 Nissan Frontier 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. 2005 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Trajet | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |