2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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 (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Celica 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 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
