2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Azure | 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Azure | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3040 mm |
