2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Azera (347 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
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2006 Hyundai Azera | 2003 Isuzu VehiCross | |
Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
Model | Azera | VehiCross |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3769 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |