2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 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 224 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | E-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 132 L |