2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure 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 118 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 91 L |