2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
