1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Kia Sephia

To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia, 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Bentley Continental 1995 Kia Sephia
Make Bentley Kia
Model Continental Sephia
Year Released 1997 1995
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 421 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2570 mm


 

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