2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 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 118 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 427 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 - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |
