2009 Honda Element vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Element | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Trajet |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |