2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 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 (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 986 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |