1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Turbo | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2895 mm |
