2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Suzuki |
| Model | Azure | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
