1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 259 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Azure | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2540 mm |
