2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid 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) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 884 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1998 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 306 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |