1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
