2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Azure and 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 215 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda CX-7 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 69 L |
