2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid 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) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid, 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) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2990 mm |
