2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Trajet and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 581 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 2008 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Trajet | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |