1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 230 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Bentley Azure 2005 Chrysler Voyager
Make Bentley Chrysler
Model Azure Voyager
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6747 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.0:1
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 1985 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 75 L