2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Bentley Continental.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
