1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1997 Volvo S90

To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 880 kg more than 1997 Volvo S90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 1997 Volvo S90
Make Bentley Volvo
Model Hunaudieres S90
Year Released 1999 1997
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 8000 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 615 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 760 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4350 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1450 mm


 

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