2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 222 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (180 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1506 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 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) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Azure | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 944 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |