2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2002 Bentley Azure and 2002 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1314 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Ka |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
