2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Bentley | Land Rover |
| Model | Azure | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
