2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. 2007 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
