2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 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 294 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (261 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 206 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 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Azure | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
