1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 374 kg more than 2000 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Azure | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |