2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Azera | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
