2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Fluence. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Fluence 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 174 more horse power than 2004 Renault Fluence. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Fluence.
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, 2004 Renault Fluence, 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) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Fluence. (366 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Fluence.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2004 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
