2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Caldina, 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 (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Azure | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |