2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner 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) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner 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 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Azure | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |
