2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna 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 215 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 995 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna 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.
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2003 Bentley Azure | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Azure | Magna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |