2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
