1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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 157 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 654 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano 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) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Azure | Murano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |