2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Azure | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2370 mm |
