2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Continental T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental T | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
