2000 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (226 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 835 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Azure | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 290 Nm |
| 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 | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2890 mm |
