2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 2007 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 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour 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 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |