2000 Saturn LW vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Saturn | Hyundai |
| Model | LW | Azera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
