1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 810 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Brooklands | Murano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
