1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 16 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
