2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 6 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 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. 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, 2006 Renault Scenic, 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Scenic 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 | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental | Scenic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 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 | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |