2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 875 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bentley Continental GT 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Bentley Subaru
Model Continental GT Legacy
Year Released 2003 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1992 cc
Engine Type W boxer
Horse Power 552 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 75 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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