2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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 141 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. 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, 2011 Audi A5, 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Azure | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2751 mm |
