2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (347 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Traverse | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |