1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Turbo | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 100 L |
