2009 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
