2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 453 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Bentley | Smart |
| Model | Azure | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 22 L |
