1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 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 287 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
