2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 383 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Touran 2005 Hyundai Trajet
Make Volkswagen Hyundai
Model Touran Trajet
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.2 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1498 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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