2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1297 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Azera | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
