2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Azera | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |