2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 220 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 984 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord 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.
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2003 Bentley Azure | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Azure | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2775 mm |