2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | Trajet |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |