1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1429 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Turbo | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 62 L |