2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva 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 321 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva 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 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
