2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna, 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
