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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Trajet | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
