2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
