2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental 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 389 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 910 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 88 L |
