2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 315 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Polo, 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |