1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 368 kg more than 2007 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Turbo | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Turbo | Sorento |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |