2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Bentley Azure. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bentley Azure. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bentley Azure.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Arnage | Azure |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2970 mm |