2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Bentley Azure.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Azure (875 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 167 L |
