1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Azure | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
