2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 901 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Azure | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
