2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.

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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2008 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord 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.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Trajet 2010 Honda Accord
Make Hyundai Honda
Model Trajet Accord
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1457 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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