2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2008 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A5 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
