2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Ford Falcon 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 2007 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Trajet | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |