2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 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 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Azure. (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 825 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3157 mm |
