2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 195 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Azure | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1992 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |