2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 258 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Continental | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |