2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure 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 237 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Vectra 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 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Azure | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |