2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Azure | Villager |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |