2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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 85 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3350 mm |
