2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 906 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (800 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2616 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
