2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser 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 297 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. 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, 2003 Ford Laser, 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 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
