2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 249 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute, 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
