2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 930 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Azure |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 876 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |