2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Crossfire 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 235 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Azure | Crossfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |