2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 322 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, both vehicles can yield 303 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
