2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 2001 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Xterra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |