1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 836 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66.9 mm |
| 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 | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
