2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1665 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 6760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
