2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 293 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Azure | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Azure | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2640 mm |