1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 6 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 284 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 980 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3130 mm |
