2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano 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 951 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
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, 2005 Nissan Murano, 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Azure | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 82 L |
