2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 2007 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 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |