2006 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,748 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 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 2006 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, 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, 2006 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2736 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
