2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango 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 170 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 2002 Dodge Durango 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2002 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |
