2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |