2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima 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 1334 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Azure | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 76 L |
