2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Terraza 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 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza, 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 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Azure | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |
