2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 678 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2635 mm |
