2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 93 L |
