2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 249 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (500 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
