2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 139 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max.
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 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Azera | C-Max |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2648 mm |