1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
