1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
