2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 137 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (265 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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, 2004 Audi A6, 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) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |
