2002 Volvo XC90 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo XC90 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Volvo | Bentley |
| Model | XC90 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
