2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 204 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 980 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3168 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |