2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 12 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 295 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. 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, 2012 Geely CK, 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 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Geely CK has manual transmission. 2012 Geely CK 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.
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2000 Bentley Continental | 2012 Geely CK | |
Make | Bentley | Geely |
Model | Continental | CK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |