1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 56 kg more than 1996 Bentley Azure.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 98 L |
