2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |