2002 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Samurai | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Suzuki | Bentley |
| Model | Samurai | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3065 mm |
