2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka, 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Azure | 1996 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
