1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 240 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Turbo | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 95 L |
