1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Azure | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |