2005 Acura TL vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TL | Azera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
