1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 12 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 267 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 3008. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2613 mm |
