2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Azera | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
