2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2002 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2002 Opel Frogster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental 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 322 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frogster. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2002 Opel Frogster. 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, 2002 Opel Frogster, 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frogster. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2002 Opel Frogster | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Frogster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |