2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR 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 155 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 541 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | SSR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5316 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |