1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |
