2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 236 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V, 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 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Azure | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Azure | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |