2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 199 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Azure | S-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |