1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Brooklands | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
