2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat 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 (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Azera | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |