2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 5 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 190 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 667 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex. 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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Flex |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |