1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 13 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 535 kg more than 2010 Dodge Journey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey, 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Brooklands | Journey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2891 mm |
