2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. 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, 2009 Jeep Compass, 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 734 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (141 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass 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 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Bentley | Jeep |
Model | Continental | Compass |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1393 kg |