1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Bentley | Saturn |
Model | Continental | Relay |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |