2004 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
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2004 Audi A8 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Azure |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |