2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 104 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
