2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |