2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | Q7 | Azure |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2970 mm |