2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1617 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3250 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | SSR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5965 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |
