1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage 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 539 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 701 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. 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 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage 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:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Kia | Bentley |
Model | Sportage | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 187 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |