1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |
