2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-150 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
