2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 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 111 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Azure | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | Rainier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |