2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Azure and 2008 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 187 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1588 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 450 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |