2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace 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 212 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 83 L |
