2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Azera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
