2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus LX 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, 2001 Lexus LX 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2001 Lexus LX | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Continental | LX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |