1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 11 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 282 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 527 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Bentley | SsangYong |
| Model | Continental | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
