2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3199 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |