2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 336 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
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 | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |