Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Azera | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6000 255 lb-ft@4500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 113.7 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 192.7 in | 193.4 in | -0.7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.7 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 72.8 in | -14.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3629 lb. | 4531 lb. | -902 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.0 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.4 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.5 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.9 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -32.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.6 | 43.9 ft3 | -27.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -67.1 ft3 |
2006 Hyundai Azera Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
For us, there is more room in the front seat area than was available in the Buick Limited we were driving see full Hyundai Azera review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Large car feel. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Large car feel. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather heated seats are great see full Hyundai Azera review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
lots of room place for drink cups in the middle of the seats. Vent for heat and air Seats pull down for extra cargo space see full Hyundai Azera review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Enough leg room for adults. Rear sunshade really makes a difference. see full Hyundai Azera review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
all the features to adjust for a drive (seat, steering wheel, pedals, mirrors). memory feature for the difference between the wife and i see full Hyundai Azera review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
i am able to sit behind the front seat that i sit in without my legs touching the back of the seat see full Hyundai Azera review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
wonderful for long trips, seats are very supportive see full Hyundai Azera review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
one of the roomiest of all cars see full Hyundai Azera review |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |