2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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, both vehicles can yield 306 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Sonata | Azera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |