2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
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 Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 315 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 (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Azera | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
