2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 805 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Trajet | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
