1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 16 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 104 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bentley Brooklands 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 1993 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Brooklands | Routan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 78 L |