2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Azure 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
