2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Azera | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
