2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |