2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 831 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (800 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2616 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
