2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
