2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2003 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
