2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2004 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2004 Infiniti I 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 Hyundai Azera | 2004 Infiniti I | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Azera | I |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |