2000 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 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 227 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Azure | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Azure | Nitro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |