2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango 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 220 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 416 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 102 L |
