2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Azera | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
