2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Brooklands | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |