2000 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Azure | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Azure | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |