2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 3 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 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP) has 354 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1695 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. 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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Symbol 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.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 876 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2473 mm |