2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Lexus LS.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Azure | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Azure | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3091 mm |