2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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 120 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3310 mm |
