2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1397 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 106 L |
