2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover Streetwise 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 349 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1465 kg more than 2006 Rover Streetwise. 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 Rover Streetwise, 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 753 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover Streetwise has manual transmission. 2006 Rover Streetwise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Azure | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
