2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari 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) has 260 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 613 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Azure | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 102 L |
