1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L, 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Bentley | Saturn |
Model | Azure | L |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |