2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 831 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | Neon | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3065 mm |
