2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 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 276 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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, 2009 Honda HR-V, 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 582 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V 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 | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental | HR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |