1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1499 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Suzuki Vitara | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Suzuki | Bentley |
Model | Vitara | Continental |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2746 mm |