1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 155 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Azure | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 100 L |
