2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 945 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Lumina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |