2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 145 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Continental T | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
