2000 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Kia | Bentley |
Model | Retona | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2746 mm |