1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 14 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 146 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 118 kg more than 1995 Bentley Continental.
Because 1995 Bentley Continental 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 1995 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey, 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Journey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 78 L |
