1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 13 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 156 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
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, 2011 Saab 9-4X, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Bentley | Saab |
| Model | Continental | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
