2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3310 mm |