2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Continental. (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Continental.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (700 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
