2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 173 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Azera | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |