2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2010 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Volvo | Bentley |
| Model | S60 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3117 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
