1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 192 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 83 L |
