2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |
