2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Azera and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Hyundai Azera and 2009 Hyundai Sonata are equipped with a 3,342 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 232 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Azera | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |