2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos 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) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos 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, 2009 Renault Koleos 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) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Koleos. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 190 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
