2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 107 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Trajet | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
