1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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 153 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
