1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Azure | Antara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |