2000 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Azure 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 180 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |