2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 748 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Bentley Azure | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Azure | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |