2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Bentley Azure | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |