2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 561 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
