2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2008 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2008 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Azera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |