2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Azera | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |