1996 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 371 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Retona | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Kia | Bentley |
Model | Retona | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2746 mm |