2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | X5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |