2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 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 175 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (205 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2003 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Neon, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Neon 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 | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
