2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental 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 156 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
