1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 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 130 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
