1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 154 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Turbo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 72 L |
