2009 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, both 2009 Honda Accord 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 Hyundai Azera (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |