2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue 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 201 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 749 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. 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 Saturn Vue, 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 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Bentley | Saturn |
| Model | Azure | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3474 cc |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
