2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 3,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
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2006 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Azera | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3769 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |