1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (455 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 129 L |
