2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | Boxter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2475 mm |