1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Continental | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Continental | Lancer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |