2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 411 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. 2001 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | Trajet |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |