2011 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Azera 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 147 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2011 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai Azera | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Azera | 5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1622 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |