1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 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 170 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turbo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 100 L |
