1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
