Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Azera | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 234 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
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 |
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 |
2009 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 |