2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Azure | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
