1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 407 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 772 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Hunaudieres | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
