2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 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 264 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 262 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |