2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Azure 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 160 more horse power than 2012 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 628 kg more than 2012 Ford Explorer. 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, 2012 Ford Explorer, 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Explorer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |