1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 235 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Element 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 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Azure | Element |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
