1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 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 92 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3310 mm |
