1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Brooklands | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
