2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 661 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Bentley | SsangYong |
| Model | Azure | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
