2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic 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 96 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2010 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Azera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
