2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 815 kg more than 2003 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | 300 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2745 mm |
