1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot, 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Bentley | Jeep |
| Model | Continental | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
