1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1349 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 2008 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 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Continental | Rio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |