1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 11 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 164 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. 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, 2007 Renault Espace, 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 83 L |
