2005 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | Rainier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |