1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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 256 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Bentley Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Turbo 2006 Kia Sorento
Make Bentley Kia
Model Turbo Sorento
Year Released 1998 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2395 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 80 L


 

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