2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Trajet | Cresta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |