2005 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Sirion 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 302 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1580 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 629 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Azure | Sirion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |