2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 279 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
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2008 Bentley Azure | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |