2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 772 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Bentley | Jeep |
| Model | Continental | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
