1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 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) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 Ford Ranger 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) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger 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 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
