2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
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 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Azera | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |