2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Azure and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Azure | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |
