2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 11 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 248 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2011 Toyota Matrix, 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 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Matrix |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2601 mm |