2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1184 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Azure | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |