2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 4 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 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 150 L |
