2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Trajet | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |