2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 248 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Azure | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
