2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Kia Venga

To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga, 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Azure 2012 Kia Venga
Make Bentley Kia
Model Azure Venga
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 270 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 48 L


 

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