2002 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2001 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | MDX | Azure |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 876 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |