2000 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 239 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1998 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
