2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Azure and 2009 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 302 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Caliber 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 51 L |
