2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Trajet | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |