2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 305 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius, 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 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Azure | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
