1997 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Bentley |
| Model | Sonata | Continental |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
