2008 Audi S6 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 5 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, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 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, 2008 Audi S6 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S6 | Azure |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |