2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 185 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 529 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Azure | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Azure | XC60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2748 mm |