2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 543 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Commander | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
