2002 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2448 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
