1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 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) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 995 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Turbo (800 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (550 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Bentley | Land Rover |
| Model | Turbo | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 88 L |
