2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Wrangler | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
