2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus 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 315 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 161 kg more than 2009 Bentley Azure.
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 Ford Focus, 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 696 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1981 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 53 L |