1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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 147 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 561 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | SRX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2960 mm |
