2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Azure | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |