2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Bentley | Jeep |
| Model | Continental | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2464 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 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 Weight | 2450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
