1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 668 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 626 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
