2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Statesman | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | Statesman | Azure |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3117 mm |