2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 MCC Smart

To start off, both 2003 Bentley Azure and 2003 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 296 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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, 2003 MCC Smart, 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 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (145 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart 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 2003 MCC Smart
Make Bentley MCC
Model Azure Smart
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 1499 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 402 HP 106 HP
Torque 750 Nm 145 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 84.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2510 mm


 

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