2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Azure | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
