2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic 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 365 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1639 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Honda Civic, 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Civic 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 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Azure | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |