2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 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 165 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Continental | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 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 Length | 5250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |