2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1374 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |