1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Jeep | Bentley |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1404 mm |
