2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 342 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 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 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 876 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |