2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 751 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 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 | 1032 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2970 mm |
