2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Azure | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
