1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 1995 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Azure | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |