2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer 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 289 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
