1999 Honda City vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 706 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2007 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | City | Azera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |