2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape 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 248 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |
