2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 361 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Trajet | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |