2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Lexus RX
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus RX 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 204 more horse power than 2002 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2002 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Azure | RX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
