2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (705 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
