1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 13 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 375 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90. 2012 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Hunaudieres | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
