2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva 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 272 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva 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 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
