2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Bentley Continental.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3310 mm |
