2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 930 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Azera | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 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 | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |