2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 499 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4398 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |