2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Azure | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3786 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
