2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Trajet and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 2008 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Trajet | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |