2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 11 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) has 205 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 990 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Azure | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Azure | A3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2578 mm |