2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 10 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 248 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200.
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, 2011 Chrysler 200, 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 Length | 5360 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
