2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Azera | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
