1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (383 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 79 L |
