2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
