2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 841 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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, 2011 Volvo S60, 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) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
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2003 Bentley Azure | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Azure | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2776 mm |