2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia.
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 GMC Acadia, 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Azure | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3020 mm |
