2005 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Azure 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 234 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Azure | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |
