2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Contour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |