1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 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 223 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 946 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. 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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Bentley | Jeep |
Model | Turbo | Compass |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 51 L |