2000 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 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 212 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2990 mm |
