2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Ford Focus

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Azure 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 266 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 406 kg more than 2004 Bentley Azure.

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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bentley Azure 2006 Ford Focus
Make Bentley Ford
Model Azure Focus
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6747 cc 1981 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 751 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2620 mm