2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure 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 304 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 989 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Azure | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1895 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
