2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Azera | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |