2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 324 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1524 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra, 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) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Azure | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
