1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (321 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
