2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 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 118 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental T | Durango |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 102 L |