1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 16 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 263 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 819 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Azure | Carens |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |