2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Azure and 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 206 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1515 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. 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 Mazda CX-7, 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Azure | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 69 L |