2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Azure and 2007 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 364 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena.
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, 2007 Proton Arena, 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 751 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Arena 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 | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Bentley | Proton |
| Model | Azure | Arena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
