2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Azera | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
