2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. 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 350 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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.

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2008 Bentley Azure 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Bentley Vauxhall
Model Azure Vectra
Year Released 2008 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2710 mm