2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 209 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
