2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. 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 254 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Azure | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |