2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 807 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Tacoma | Trajet |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |