2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera 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 248 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
