2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Jeep Compass

To start off, both 2008 Bentley Azure and 2008 Jeep Compass 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 277 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 717 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 651 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Azure 2008 Jeep Compass
Make Bentley Jeep
Model Azure Compass
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.7 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 51 L


 

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