2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Continental | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
