2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X6. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X6.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |