2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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 (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Azera | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |