2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Azure 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 137 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2940 mm |
