1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 106 L |
