1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2002 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, 2002 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental 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 354 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1610 kg more than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. 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, 2002 Honda Step Wagon, 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) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Continental 2002 Honda Step Wagon
Make Bentley Honda
Model Continental Step Wagon
Year Released 1998 2002
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 421 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 119 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 840 kg
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 42 L


 

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