1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 11 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 161 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Veracruz |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |