2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 920 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Dakota |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |