1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Bentley | Seat |
Model | Continental | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |