1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2420 mm |
