2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 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) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 613 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |