2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 577 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 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 MR2. 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 MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
