2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (347 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
