2008 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, both 2008 BMW X6 and 2008 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X6 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 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, 2008 BMW X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 2008 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X6 2008 Hyundai Trajet
Make BMW Hyundai
Model X6 Trajet
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4399 cc 2991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 827 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1713 kg
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1850 mm


 

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