2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti Q45 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 1999 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Azera | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
