2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 877 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Azure | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4196 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |