2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 506 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2013 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. 2013 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2845 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |