2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Azure and 2009 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 192 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (259 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1729 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus X, 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 (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 259 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |