1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, both vehicles can yield 750 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1996 Bentley Azure | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |