2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Azera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3342 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |