2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Bentley Azure | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Azure | Neon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |