2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius 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 153 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius.
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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Azera | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |