2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Azure would be higher. 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 170 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 326 kg more than 2003 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Azure | GX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
