2003 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX 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 164 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2002 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Azure |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
