2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Azera | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |