1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 15 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 295 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Bentley | Scion |
Model | Continental | xD |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |