1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
