1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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 149 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Turbo | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 83 L |
