2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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2007 Hyundai Azera | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Azera | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |