2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Renault Modus

To start off, 2005 Renault Modus 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 269 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2005 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Modus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Modus.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bentley Continental 2005 Renault Modus
Make Bentley Renault
Model Continental Modus
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 717 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 80.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 270 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2420 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2480 mm


 

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