2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A3 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 6760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
