2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 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) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
