2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Hyundai Azera were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
