2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester 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) has 288 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Azure | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
