2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn ION would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION.
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, 2007 Saturn ION, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn ION 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.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Bentley | Saturn |
Model | Azure | ION |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 49 L |