1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Bentley Brooklands 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Bentley Vauxhall
Model Brooklands Frontera
Year Released 1997 2001
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2710 mm


 

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