2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 330 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1438 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 715 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Azure | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |
