2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Azera | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |