1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Turbo (800 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (525 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Turbo | XJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 84 L |
