2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Azera and 2007 Mazda B2300 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Because 2007 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300. 2007 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Azera | B2300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |