2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 581 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
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2007 Hyundai Azera | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Azera | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |