2011 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 392 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Azera | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1622 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
