1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental 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 310 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
