2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
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 (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Azera | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |