2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 225 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Azure | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Azure | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |