1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
