2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 117 L |