1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2002 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Continental 2002 Nissan Quest
Make Bentley Nissan
Model Continental Quest
Year Released 1999 2002
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 3294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 422 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 271 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 73 L


 

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