2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 6 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 227 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 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Azera | XTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
