2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (876 Nm) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
