2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Azure 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 264 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 965 kg more than 2010 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon 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 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Azure | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
