2000 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 970 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A6 | 1999 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Azure |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |