2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Azure 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 233 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |
