2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 176 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Azera | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
