1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 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 114 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | ML |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
