2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero

To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
Make Bentley Mitsubishi
Model Continental Pajero
Year Released 2000 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 380 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 717 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2420 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2730 mm