2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 5 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 759 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3050 mm |
