2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 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 231 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW X5 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 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
