2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T 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 280 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Bentley Continental T 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 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Bentley Continental T 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Bentley Mitsubishi
Model Continental T Magna
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6749 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 421 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 86.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2730 mm


 

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