Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Hyundai Azera | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 234 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 112.5 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 192.7 in | 188.8 in | 3.9 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 71.4 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 69.3 in | -10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3629 lb. | 3907 lb. | -278 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 55.7 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 51.1 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.2 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 40.1 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 51.4 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -50.5 ft3 |
2009 Hyundai Azera Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car is spacious and very easy to get into and out of. It allows one to sit up high and still have plentiful headroom. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Easy step-in combined with excellent headroom means my 96 year old mother in law can get in and out without effort! She can cross her legs when seated. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The pitch between front and rear seats is huge. The rear door opens wider than almost any other current model, and my 97 year old mother in law can get in and out easily. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |