2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
