2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 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 261 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 584 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2012 Mazda BT-50
Make Bentley Mazda
Model Azure BT-50
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 3010 mm


 

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