2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 26 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 310 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Azure | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2895 mm |
