2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Citroen C3

To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure 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 (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1327 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Bentley Azure 2011 Citroen C3
Make Bentley Citroen
Model Azure C3
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6747 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1123 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2470 mm


 

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