2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 840 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Bentley Hyundai
Model Azure Santa Fe
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 1997 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 452 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 270 km/hour 166 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 65 L


 

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