2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
