2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 558 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
