2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 151 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental T | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |