1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (268 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 288 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Brooklands | XC90 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |