2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 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 211 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 493 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
