1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 11 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 241 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | Espace |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |