1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 1998 Bentley Continental and 1998 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 346 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206. 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, 1998 Peugeot 206, 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 764 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 206 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 | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Continental | 206 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |