1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Azure | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |