2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 323 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 2001 Suzuki Vitara
Make Bentley Suzuki
Model Azure Vitara
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 402 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2490 mm


 

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