1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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 176 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 714 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano, 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
