2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
